2000 Ford Puma vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Puma | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
