1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 20 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, 1982 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Meteor weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Meteor | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
