2002 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler

To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 76 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.

Because 1995 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 1995 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 1995 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 1995 Plymouth Prowler
Make Honda Plymouth
Model Accord Prowler
Year Released 2002 1995
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 3517 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 46 L


 

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