1998 Ford Puma vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Ford Puma is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Puma weights approximately 65 kg more than 1965 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Corona 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 1965 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
