2000 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota MR2 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 1984 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Plymouth Breeze | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Breeze | MR2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |