1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Meteor | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Meteor | Tribute |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |