1997 Ford Probe vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1997 Ford Probe.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Probe | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
