1985 Ford Meteor vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 45 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, 2000 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Meteor | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
