1997 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Prowler | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Prowler | S80 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
