1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 48 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200. 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200. 1995 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1987 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | RS 200 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 46 L |
