1999 Ford Puma vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 340 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Puma | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
