1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 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. Both 1996 Plymouth Breeze and 2002 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 120 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 2002 Subaru Impreza 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, 2002 Subaru Impreza 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, 2002 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Breeze | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Breeze | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |