2004 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 126 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Civic | Prowler |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 346 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |