1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 910 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Express | Breeze |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |