1987 Ford Meteor vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
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, 1997 Ford Puma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Meteor | 1997 Ford Puma | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Meteor | Puma |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |