1984 Ford Meteor vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 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, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 185 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, 2002 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Meteor | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Meteor | Fabia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |