1993 Ford Probe vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 395 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 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Probe | A4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2809 mm |
