2000 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Ford Probe
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 2 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, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Probe weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
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, 2000 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe. 2000 Acura Integra 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. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1998 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Probe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
