1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Lancer | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
