2005 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 86 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Accord | Breeze |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |