1994 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 14 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Breeze | 2008 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Breeze | A3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
