1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore 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 142 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 14 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Commodore | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
