1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 16 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. Both 1988 Ford Meteor and 2004 Proton Gen-2 are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Meteor | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
