2001 Ford Ka vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 6 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 73 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Ka | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
