1996 Ford Probe vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1996 Ford Probe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Probe | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Probe | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
