2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 7 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 60 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.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Eclipse | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
