1991 Ford Probe vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Probe weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1991 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Probe | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
