1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1987 Ford Meteor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1987 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
