2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor. 1982 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Avensis | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
