1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra.
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, 1999 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Meteor | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
