1994 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 17 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 307 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Breeze | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Plymouth | Kia |
Model | Breeze | Rio |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4016 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2499 mm |