2001 Acura RL vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 391 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1996 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 1996 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Acura | Plymouth |
| Model | RL | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
