1989 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Probe would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Ford Probe. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 489 kg more than 1989 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Probe. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Probe | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | Murano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
