2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper, 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mini | Plymouth |
| Model | Cooper | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
