1992 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 13 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Probe | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Probe | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |