1997 Ford Puma vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 344 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Puma | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
