1993 Ford Probe vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1993 Ford Probe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Probe weights approximately 760 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Probe | Chante |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
