1987 Ford Meteor vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2008 Holden Captiva is newer by 21 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 2008 Holden Captiva 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, 2008 Holden Captiva 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, 2008 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Meteor | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Meteor | Captiva |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |