1995 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort 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 34 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1997 Ford Puma | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Puma |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 134 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |