1999 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1992 Toyota Carina

To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina 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 140 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Plymouth Prowler 1992 Toyota Carina
Make Plymouth Toyota
Model Prowler Carina
Year Released 1999 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 1585 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 253 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1135 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2590 mm


 

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