2000 Ford Puma vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Puma | 25 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |