1990 Ford Probe vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 14 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 405 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Probe | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
