1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 835 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Plymouth Prowler 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 1993 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | Toronado | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 46 L |
