1988 Peugeot 505 vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1988 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1988 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 505 | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 505 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
