1997 Ford Puma vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 537 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Puma | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Puma | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |