1983 Ford Meteor vs. 1996 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1996 Peugeot Partner is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot Partner (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 Peugeot Partner (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Meteor | 1996 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Meteor | Partner |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
