2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Ram | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 46 L |
