1987 Ford Probe vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 12 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 1999 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Probe | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Ford | Italdesign |
Model | Probe | Nazca |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |