1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
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, 1985 Ford Meteor (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Meteor | Escort |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
