1996 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 366 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Prowler | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
