1990 Ford Probe vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Ford Probe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Probe | Familia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
