2009 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Accord | Prowler |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |