1990 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 15 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 144 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Probe | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
