1999 Audi R8 vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 2 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 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8 | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | R8 | Prowler |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 345 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |