1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 156 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Plymouth Prowler 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Plymouth Subaru
Model Prowler Legacy
Year Released 1994 2003
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 64 L


 

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