1992 Ford Probe vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 11 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 515 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 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Probe | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
