1988 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 2000 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 2000 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, 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, 2000 Plymouth Prowler (610 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2000 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Electra | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |
