1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 464 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 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Prowler | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prowler | CC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
