1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 11 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 78 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 118 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am, 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) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Prowler | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Prowler | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
