2002 Ford Puma vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Ford Puma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Puma | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Puma | Soarer |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |