1978 Toyota Corsa 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 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corsa | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
