2011 Volkswagen T5 vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 17 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1994 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 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon. 1994 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen T5 | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Plymouth |
| Model | T5 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
