1990 Ford Probe vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 19 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, 1990 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. 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, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Probe | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
