1988 Audi 200 vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 Weight | 1480 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
