2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter. 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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Drifter | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 79 L |
