1999 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Prowler 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 76 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 1999 Plymouth 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 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia, 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 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Prowler | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Opel |
| Model | Prowler | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |
