2000 Ford Puma vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 229 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Puma | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
