1990 Ford Probe vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 383 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 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Probe | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
