2011 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda CX-7 | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | CX-7 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 4681 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2410 mm |
