1993 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 277 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. 1993 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1961 Vauxhall VX4 has manual transmission. 1961 Vauxhall VX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Prowler | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Vauxhall |
| Model | Prowler | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
