1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 20 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Meteor | Edge |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
