2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 5 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 2 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 845 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 1999 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Caterham | Plymouth |
| Model | 7 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
