1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1981 Ford Probe
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Probe would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 237 kg more than 1981 Ford Probe.
Because 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Scorpio (270 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Probe. (148 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Probe. 1981 Ford Probe has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Probe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Scorpio | 1981 Ford Probe | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Scorpio | Probe |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 148 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1370 kg |