1995 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-7 | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | RX-7 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 46 L |
