1985 Ford Meteor vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 15 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 295 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 2000 Panoz AIV 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 2000 Panoz AIV. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Meteor | AIV |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
