2006 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 113 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 710 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1993 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 1993 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Civic | Prowler |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3516 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |