1995 Ford Probe vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 553 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX 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 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Probe. 2010 Acura RDX 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. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Probe | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Probe | RDX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1654 mm |
