1992 Ford Probe vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Probe weights approximately 38 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Probe | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Probe | 626 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
