1994 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 495 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 1972 Porsche 914. 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 (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914. 1994 Plymouth Breeze has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Breeze | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Breeze | 914 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
