1997 Ford Puma vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 172 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
