1994 Ford Probe vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, both 1994 Ford Probe and 1994 Mazda Midge were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 217 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. 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, 1994 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Probe | Midge |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1019 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
