1995 Ford Probe vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird

To start off, both 1995 Ford Probe and 1995 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 259 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe.

Because 1995 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Probe. (218 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Probe. 1995 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Probe 1995 Ford Thunderbird
Make Ford Ford
Model Probe Thunderbird
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2507 cc 3797 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 0 HP 230 HP
Torque 218 Nm 447 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 96.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.2 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1345 kg 1604 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2950 mm


 

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