2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 778 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2004 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | Discovery | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
