1989 Ford Probe vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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, 2010 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1989 Ford Probe (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Probe | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Probe | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
