1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Meteor | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
