1996 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Prowler 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 105 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 216 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1996 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 1996 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V, 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda CR-V 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 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Plymouth | Honda |
| Model | Prowler | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
