2000 Ford Puma vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Opel 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Puma | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
