1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 63 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Breeze | 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Breeze | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
