1986 Ford Meteor vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 8 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Meteor | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Meteor | Gol |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |