1988 Ford Meteor vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1999 Venturi 400 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 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Meteor | 400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
