1987 Ford Meteor vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.

Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ford Meteor 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Meteor Touareg
Year Released 1987 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 4172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 71 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2860 mm


 

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