1996 Ford Probe vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1996 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Probe | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Probe | Today |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
