1987 Ford Probe vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 10 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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Probe | 306 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
