1990 Ford Probe vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Probe | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
