1978 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100.
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, 1978 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
