1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 22 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), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Meteor | TT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2469 mm |
