1990 Ford Probe vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mazda 626 (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Probe | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
