1994 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (160 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. 2004 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1994 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Breeze | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Breeze | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
