1999 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Prowler | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | Prowler | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
