1992 Ford Probe vs. 1996 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 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 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 23 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Probe weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Probe | 1996 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
