Yep the Ford probe has the Mazda mx-6 motor in it be it v-6 or the 4 cyl model. Only noticeable differences were the trans mission in the probes were geared a little faster and the suspension was a lot more race inspired from the gate as the mx-6 was more of a luxury setup. As it was to replace the mustang which never happened unfortunately it had to have some go.
93-97 Probe GT = 93-97 Mazda mx-6 L.S. (auto and standard parts are compatible)
93-97 Probe 4 Cylinder = 93-97 Mazda MX-6 R.S. auto and standard are sharing the exact same parts as well.
They were all made in the exact same plant (Ford Plant) I think if you own a 93 Mazda mx-6 it might be from japan. Very sad to see these cars discontinued in 97. Even though there are a fair bit around they have become very cheap for people in school and people who shouldn't own cars to get. Sadly I see lots of them that are just driven as beaters.
Breaks my heart.
sorry for the rant (boom06)