1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1985 Porsche 962
To start off, both 1985 Ford Meteor and 1985 Porsche 962 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,292 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 962 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 962 (593 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 962 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 962 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Porsche 962 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Porsche 962. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1985 Porsche 962 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Meteor | 962 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 593 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1040 mm |
