1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 154 kg more than 1994 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Prowler | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
Model | Prowler | Corvette |
Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |