1992 Ford Probe vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 615 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 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Probe | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Probe | Korando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
