2004 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 10 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 6 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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Focus | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
