1993 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
