1998 Ford Probe vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 13 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 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 11 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe.
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 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Probe | Insight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
