1994 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Volvo 740 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 1984 Volvo 740. 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, 1984 Volvo 740 (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Breeze | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Breeze | 740 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
