1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1988 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1988 Subaru Rex is newer by 3 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Meteor weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 Subaru Rex. 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, 1985 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1988 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Meteor | Rex |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
