2000 Ford Puma vs. 1971 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep CJ weights approximately 22 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 1971 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1971 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Puma | CJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2060 mm |
