1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy 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 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Meteor | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
