1986 Ford Meteor vs. 1995 Infiniti G20
To start off, 1995 Infiniti G20 is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti G20 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, 1995 Infiniti G20 (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor. 1995 Infiniti G20 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Infiniti G20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 1995 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Meteor | G20 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
