1993 Ford Probe vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1993 Ford Probe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Probe weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Probe | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Corona |
Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |