2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 318 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Explorer | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 46 L |
