1990 Ford Probe vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 31 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Probe | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
