1993 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Prowler 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 179 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour, 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 1993 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForFour 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.
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1993 Plymouth Prowler | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Plymouth | Smart |
Model | Prowler | ForFour |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |