1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Ford Probe
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Lumina and 1998 Ford Probe were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Ford Probe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | Probe |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |