2002 Honda Capa vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa, 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, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Capa | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Capa | Prowler |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |