1969 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 318 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Capri | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 46 L |
