1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 204 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
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 Dakota (468 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Dakota | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2880 mm |
