1998 Ford Probe vs. 1990 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1998 Ford Probe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 325 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.
Because 1990 Ford Fairlane 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 1990 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe. 1990 Ford Fairlane 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. 1990 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 1990 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Probe | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
