1997 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 530 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Prowler | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Prowler | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
