2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | CX-9 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |
