1987 Ford Meteor vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2004 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Meteor | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Meteor | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
