1996 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is newer by 7 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) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning weights approximately 34 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Plymouth | Vauxhall |
| Model | Prowler | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2420 mm |
