1989 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 143 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 51 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1997 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 1997 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord 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:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Accord | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
