2000 Ford Puma vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 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 51 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 243 kg more than 1995 Rover 214. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Puma | 214 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
