1993 Ford Probe vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Ford Probe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 18 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Probe weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1993 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
