1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 10 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 192 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Clio 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 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Prowler | Clio |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
