2004 Kia Visto vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto. 1994 Plymouth Breeze has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Visto | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Visto | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
