2000 Ford Puma vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Acura Integra 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 28 more horse power than 1989 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1989 Acura Integra.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra. 1989 Acura Integra 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. 1989 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Puma | Integra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
