1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Meteor | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Meteor | Forester |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |