1993 Ford Probe vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 825 kg more than 1993 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Probe | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Probe | Discovery |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 4553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |