2002 Ford Puma vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2002 Ford Puma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 525 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 1990 Volvo 960 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 1990 Volvo 960. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Puma | 960 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
