1981 Ford Probe vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Ford Probe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Probe weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Probe, 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, 1981 Ford Probe (148 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Probe | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 114 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 955 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |