2002 Ford Puma vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 2002 Ford Puma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru XT weights approximately 95 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 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT 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, 1985 Subaru XT (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Puma | XT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
