1997 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 450 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.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Prowler | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prowler | C |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
