2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 2009 Buick Enclave, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Enclave | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 46 L |
