1993 Ford Probe vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 14 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 805 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 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Probe | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Probe | Defender |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |