2002 Ford Puma vs. 1994 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2002 Ford Puma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Crew weights approximately 205 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 1994 Nissan Crew 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 1994 Nissan Crew. 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, 1994 Nissan Crew (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 1994 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | Crew |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
