1988 Ford Meteor vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Meteor | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
