1971 Buick GS vs. 1998 Ford Puma
To start off, 1998 Ford Puma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 622 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 1998 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Puma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
