1994 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 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 86 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 480 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21. 1994 Plymouth Breeze has automatic transmission and 1987 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1987 Renault 21 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 | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Breeze | 21 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
