1989 Ford Probe vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 20 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 363 kg more than 1989 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Probe. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Probe | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Probe | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3100 mm |