1998 Ford Probe vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Ford Probe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Probe weights approximately 305 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
