1997 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC 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 152 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SC, 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Prowler | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saturn |
| Model | Prowler | SC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
