1994 Ford Probe vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 19 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 579 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Probe | M |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1515 mm |
