1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 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 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 58 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Breeze | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Plymouth | Smart |
Model | Breeze | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |