2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 461 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. 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 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Viper | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 46 L |
