1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1995 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1995 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | 560 | Breeze |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |