2000 Ford Puma vs. 1987 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1987 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Puma | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
