1982 Ford Meteor vs. 1991 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Concerto weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Honda Concerto (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 1991 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Meteor | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
