2010 Toyota Avalon vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 510 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Avalon | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Toyota | Plymouth |
Model | Avalon | Neon |
Year Released | 2010 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |