2011 Renault Laguna vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Laguna | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Renault | Plymouth |
| Model | Laguna | Neon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 285 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 Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
