1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 54 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Taurus | Breeze |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |