1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Prowler 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 168 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 126 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1994 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 1994 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna, 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna 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 | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Prowler | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
