1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 19 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. Both 1989 Ford Meteor and 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Meteor | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
