1996 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 396 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Prowler | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Triumph |
| Model | Prowler | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
