1979 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic 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) has 186 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 485 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. 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, 1979 Honda Civic, 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic. 1993 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |
