1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 275 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Vega | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 46 L |
