1987 Ford Probe vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Ford Probe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 104 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica 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 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Probe | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Celica |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |