1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 236 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (306 Nm). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | Cutlass | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
