1986 Ford Meteor vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Meteor | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Meteor | Avensis |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |