2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Corvette | Prowler |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 46 L |