1997 Acura Integra vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 14 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura Integra weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
