2000 Ford Puma vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra 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 94 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Puma | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
