1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Meteor | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
