2008 Kia Rio vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 14 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, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 286 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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 (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Rio | Breeze |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |