1995 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Prowler 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 164 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. 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, 2005 Opel Tigra, 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 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Prowler | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Plymouth | Opel |
| Model | Prowler | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
