1990 Ford Probe vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Probe | T700 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
