1983 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic. 1999 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 785 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |
