1990 Ford Probe vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Probe | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
