1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 929 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
