1987 Ford Probe vs. 1989 Ford Probe
To start off, 1989 Ford Probe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Probe would be higher. Both 1987 Ford Probe and 1989 Ford Probe are equipped with a 2,184 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Probe.
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, 1987 Ford Probe (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Probe. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1989 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Probe | Probe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
