1995 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1995 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1995 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Breeze | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Breeze | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
