1998 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. 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, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escort | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
