1982 Ford Meteor vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 395 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Meteor | 626 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
