1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Ford Probe (218 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1995 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Festiva | Probe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
