1987 Ford Meteor vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 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, 1990 Renault 21 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Meteor | 1990 Renault 21 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Meteor | 21 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |