2008 Mazda MPV vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2008 Mazda MPV 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 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 22 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MPV weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Breeze.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MPV. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MPV. 1994 Plymouth Breeze has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MPV 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:
| 2008 Mazda MPV | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | MPV | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
