1987 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Ford Probe.
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 (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
