1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 920 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Suburban | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
