2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Silverado | Prowler |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 46 L |