1994 Ford Probe vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 369 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Probe | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 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 | 1236 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
