1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Meteor | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Meteor | Touran |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |