1984 Ford Meteor vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 410 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Meteor | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Meteor | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |