1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 23 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), 2011 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Meteor | S-Max |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| 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 | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
