1998 Ford Probe vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Probe would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1575 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 2010 Ford F-250 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 2010 Ford F-250. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Probe | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1961 mm |
