1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 16 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION 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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Meteor | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Meteor | ION |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |