1992 Ford Probe vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Ford Probe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Probe weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Probe | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Corona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
