2000 Ford Puma vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Puma | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |