2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 504 kg more than 1994 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | CTS | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
