1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1982 Ford Meteor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Meteor weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor, 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, 1982 Ford Meteor (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Consorte | Meteor |
Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |