2000 Ford Puma vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Puma | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |