2011 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 121 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1995 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa. 1995 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Corsa | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Corsa | Neon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 79 L |
