1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 18 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 11 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.
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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Prowler | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
Model | Prowler | Equator |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |