1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Caprice | Prowler |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3517 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |