1996 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine 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 71 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 74 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Prowler | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Prowler | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
