1988 Holden Barina vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. 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, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Barina | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Barina | Breeze |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2750 mm |