1987 Ford Probe vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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, 1987 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 70 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Probe | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
