1995 Ford Probe vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 740 kg more than 1976 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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Probe | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Probe | Chante |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
