1989 Ford Meteor vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1998 Ford Focus (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Meteor | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
