1990 Ford Probe vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Ford Probe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Probe | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Celica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |