2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
