2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon. 1993 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 6 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
