1993 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 20 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 923 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Prowler | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Plymouth | GMC |
| Model | Prowler | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |
