1978 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord 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 163 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1978 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Accord | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 46 L |
