1997 Ford Puma vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, both 1997 Ford Puma and 1997 Volvo S90 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 560 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.
Because 1997 Volvo S90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Volvo S90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Puma | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Puma | S90 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |