1992 Ford Probe vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 775 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Ford Probe | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Sienna |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |