1990 Ford Probe vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 655 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 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Probe | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
