1995 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 13 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 115 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 2008 Volvo S60, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Prowler | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Prowler | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
