1999 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 13 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 26 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 2012 Volvo C70, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Prowler | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Prowler | C70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
