1978 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 22 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 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 2000 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, 2000 Plymouth Prowler (610 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Accord | Prowler |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 610 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2880 mm |