1997 Ford Puma vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 450 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 2000 Honda NSX 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 2000 Honda NSX. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Puma | NSX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
