1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 465 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Meteor | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
