1985 Ford Meteor vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 17 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Samara II weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor.
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, 2002 Lada Samara II (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Meteor | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Meteor | Samara II |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |