1997 Ford Probe vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Probe weights approximately 3 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Probe | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Probe | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1435 mm |
