1987 Ford Probe vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 740 kg more than 1987 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Probe. (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Probe | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
