1984 Ford Meteor vs. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 16 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 90 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.
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, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Meteor | 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Meteor | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
