1997 Ford Puma vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 471 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Puma | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2775 mm |