1990 Ford Probe vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe.
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, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Probe | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Venza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |