1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Scorpio | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
