2000 Ford Puma vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 425 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
