1998 Ford Probe vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Ford Probe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Probe weights approximately 12 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
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 Mazda 323 (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Probe | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
