1997 Ford Probe vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1997 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Probe. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Probe | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | Armada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1981 mm |
