2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1987 Ford Probe
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 1987 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Probe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
