1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1993 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 1993 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | LeSabre | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
