1999 Ford Puma vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Granada 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 1992 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1992 Ford Granada (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 1992 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Puma | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
