1985 Ford Meteor vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 24 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 426 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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Meteor | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Meteor | Focus |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |