1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 305 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1472 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
