1970 Audi Variant vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Meteor (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
