1995 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Breeze | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Breeze | S80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
