2010 Renault Scenic vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Neon would be higher. Both 2010 Renault Scenic and 1996 Plymouth Neon are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Scenic weights approximately 106 kg more than 1996 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, 2010 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Scenic | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Renault | Plymouth |
| Model | Scenic | Neon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
