1987 Ford Probe vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 310 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Probe | Legacy |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |