1986 Ford Meteor vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 22 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor. 2008 Opel Antara 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. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Meteor | Antara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
