1989 Ford Probe vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Probe (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Ford Probe.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Probe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Probe | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
