1990 Ford Probe vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Probe | Equator |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
