1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
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, 2000 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Meteor | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Meteor | 306 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |