2000 Ford Puma vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 19 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 73 more horse power than 1990 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Renault 19. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Puma | 19 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
