1994 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Breeze | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Breeze | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
