1999 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Meteor weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Meteor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 110 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |