1995 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 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 179 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Prowler | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prowler | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
