1987 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 190 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Probe | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
