1997 Ford Puma vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 180 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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Puma | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
