1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 17 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), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Meteor | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Meteor | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
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 | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |