2000 Ford Puma vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Crown 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 1985 Toyota Crown. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown. 1985 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Crown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
