1993 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1978 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 280Z 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 103 more horse power than 1978 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1978 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 24 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Prowler | 1978 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Plymouth | Datsun |
| Model | Prowler | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
