1987 Ford Meteor vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint is newer by 18 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint.
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, 1987 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Meteor | 2005 Tata Mint | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Meteor | Mint |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
