1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1998 Subaru SVX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 1998 Subaru SVX 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. 1998 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Breeze | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Breeze | SVX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
