1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 210 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | Ponton | Breeze |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |