2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 8 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 1994 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Tonka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Tonka | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2750 mm |
