2012 Audi A3 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 19 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 351 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.
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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A3 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
