1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Ranger | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
