1982 Ford Meteor vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 11 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, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Meteor weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Meteor | 100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| 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 | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
