1984 Ford Meteor vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Meteor | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Meteor | Baleno |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |