1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Because 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 1988 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na has manual transmission. 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
