1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 336 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Thunderbird | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
