1964 Checker Town vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Checker | Plymouth |
| Model | Town | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2880 mm |
