2001 Acura RSX vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 5 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, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 94 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
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, 2001 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 2001 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Acura | Plymouth |
| Model | RSX | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
