1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1978 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 324 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1300. 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1300. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1978 Zastava 1300 has manual transmission. 1978 Zastava 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Prowler | 1978 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Zastava |
| Model | Prowler | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
