2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 20 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor. 1985 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | HR-V | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
