1990 Ford Probe vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Toyota Supra is newer by 9 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 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Supra (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Supra weights approximately 365 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.
Because 1999 Toyota Supra 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 1999 Toyota Supra. 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 871 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe. 1999 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Supra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 1050 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
