2004 Ford Econovan vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 16 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan. 1993 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Econovan | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Econovan | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
