1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 5 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 133 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 134 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Holden Astra, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Prowler | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Plymouth | Holden |
| Model | Prowler | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
