1977 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Accord | Prowler |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3517 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |