1986 Ford Meteor vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meteor | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
