2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1993 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Patrol | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Patrol | Prowler |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 3516 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 253 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 46 L |