1987 Ford Probe vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Probe | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
