2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
