1995 Nissan Skyline vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler

To start off, both 1995 Nissan Skyline and 1995 Plymouth Prowler were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 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 1995 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1995 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. 1995 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Nissan Skyline 1995 Plymouth Prowler
Make Nissan Plymouth
Model Skyline Prowler
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2569 cc 3517 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.7 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2880 mm


 

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