1988 Ford Meteor vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Meteor | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
