1985 Ford Meteor vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 27 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Meteor | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Meteor | Combo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |