1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor. 2010 Audi A4 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. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Meteor | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Meteor | A4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2809 mm |