1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 655 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.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Meteor | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Meteor | TT |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2469 mm |