2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. 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, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 1998 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 2 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
