2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econovan | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Meteor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |