1992 Ford Probe vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Ford Probe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Probe | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Celica |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |