2008 Toyota Prius vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 20 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
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, 1988 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Prius | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Prius | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
