1999 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Dodge Prowler
To start off, both 1999 Acura NSX and 1999 Dodge Prowler were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 378 kg more than 1999 Dodge 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, 1999 Dodge Prowler (610 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX. 1999 Dodge Prowler has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1999 Dodge Prowler | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | NSX | Prowler |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 610 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |