2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
Model | Elise | Breeze |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |