1992 Ford Probe vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1992 Ford Probe and 1992 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 315 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 1992 Holden Statesman 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 1992 Holden Statesman. 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 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe. 1992 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Probe | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Probe | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
