1998 Ford Probe vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Ford Probe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 390 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 1997 Toyota Supra 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 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Probe | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Supra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |