1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Taurus (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 585 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.
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, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Meteor | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
