1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota GT1 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota GT1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 2000 Toyota GT1. 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, 2000 Toyota GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Meteor | GT1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
