1987 Ford Meteor vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 is newer by 9 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Meteor | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Meteor | T700 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
