1996 Honda Shuttle 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 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Shuttle 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 107 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 252 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1997 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 1997 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Shuttle | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Shuttle | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |
