1994 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 18 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. 1994 Plymouth Breeze has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Breeze | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
