1999 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Dodge Prowler

To start off, both 1999 Buick Regal 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 474 kg more than 1999 Dodge Prowler.

Because 1999 Dodge 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 1999 Dodge Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, 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, 1999 Dodge Prowler (610 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Buick Regal 1999 Dodge Prowler
Make Buick Dodge
Model Regal Prowler
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 0 HP
Torque 311 Nm 610 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1086 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2750 mm


 

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