1986 Ford Meteor vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 13 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 1999 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Meteor | Alero |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
