1986 Ford Meteor vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte 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, 2009 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Meteor | Forte |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 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 | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
