1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 626 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
