1992 Ford Probe vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Probe would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Probe weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Probe | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Ford | Italdesign |
Model | Probe | Nazca |
Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |