1987 Ford Probe vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 192 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.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | Altima |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
