1994 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 84 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volvo 140 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 1970 Volvo 140. 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 (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Breeze | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Breeze | 140 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
