1987 Ford Probe vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Ford Probe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 550 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Ford Probe (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
