1993 Ford Probe vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Probe weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Probe | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
