2011 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 887 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota 4Runner | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Toyota | Plymouth |
| Model | 4Runner | Neon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1996 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 79 L |
