1995 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C. 1995 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1968 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1968 Steyr 700C 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 Plymouth Prowler | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Plymouth | Steyr |
| Model | Prowler | 700C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1950 mm |
