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Ford’s Meteor was the sedan version of the brand’s hugely popular Laser small FWD hatchback.
Built and sold in Australia from 1982 to 1987 it was offered in entry-level GL and premium Ghia grades, both powered by a 1.5-litre (carburettor) four-cylinder petrol engine with a choice of five speed-manual gearbox or three-speed automatic transmission.
The line-up currently starts at $1,380 for the Meteor Ghia and ranges through to $2,200 for the range-topping Meteor Ghia.
The price range for the Ford Meteor varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $1,380 and going to $2,200 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Sedan | 1.6L, ULP, 3 SP AUTO | $1,380 | $2,200 | |
| 1987 | Wagon | 1.6L, ULP, 3 SP AUTO | $1,380 | $2,200 | |
| 1986 | Sedan | 1.6L, ULP, 3 SP AUTO | $1,380 | $2,200 | |
| 1986 | Wagon | 1.6L, ULP, 3 SP AUTO | $1,380 | $2,200 | |
| 1985 | Sedan | 1.5L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $1,030 | $4,070 | |
| 1984 | Sedan | 1.5L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $1,030 | $4,070 | |
| 1983 | Sedan | 1.5L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN | $900 | $4,070 | |
Check out real-world situations relating to the Ford Meteor here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
Do you want a 4WD that has the capability to seriously go off-road, or are you looking for an all-wheel drive SUV? I’m guessing it’s the latter and that you don’t plan to go bush bashing. You also haven’t provided us with a price guide, which makes it difficult to give you good, relevant information. Basically, however, you should go for the newest models that fit your budget, go for an all-wheel drive model, and choose a brad that’s got a good reputation for quality and reliability. That means any of the Japanese brands, plus the likes of Hyundai and Kia from Korea.
IT DOESN'T sound like an electrical problem, rather a problem with the carburettor, the auto choke in particular. I'm not sure what your mechanic did when he advanced it to open more quickly. But if the choke comes off too soon it will be too lean when you come to restart the car. When you turn off the engine after a short distance the auto choke will come off. But because the engine isn't fully warmed up it can need some choke to restart. With no choke it won't start. Have your mechanic check the choke to make sure it is set to specification and is working correctly.
You can work it out simply by calculating the amount of additive you need to add per litre of fuel. The instructions on the packaging will tell you how much to add per tankful, and you know how many litres your tank holds (if not check your owner's manual, which will contain the capacity of the tank), so divide the amount of additive by the tank capacity in litres and then multiply that by the number of litres you usually buy. Add that amount and you should be OK. Add a little more for safety if you like.
The dimensions of the Ford Meteor Sedan and Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Sedan | 1390x1645x4195 mm | 150 mm | |
| 1987 | Wagon | 1430x1645x4225 mm | 150 mm | |
| 1986 | Sedan | 1390x1645x4195 mm | 150 mm | |
| 1986 | Wagon | 1430x1645x4225 mm | 150 mm | |
| 1985 | Sedan | 1375x1630x4155 mm | 150 mm | |
| 1984 | Sedan | 1375x1630x4155 mm | 150 mm | |
| 1983 | Sedan | 1375x1630x4155 mm | 150 mm | |
The Ford Meteor has maximum towing capacity of 500kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Sedan | 500kg | 500kg | |
| 1987 | Wagon | 500kg | 500kg | |
| 1986 | Sedan | 500kg | 500kg | |
| 1986 | Wagon | 500kg | 500kg | |
| 1985 | Sedan | 500kg | 500kg | |
| 1984 | Sedan | 500kg | 500kg | |
| 1983 | Sedan | 500kg | 500kg | |
The Ford Meteor is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP and Leaded fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 7.6L/100km for Sedan /ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Sedan | 7.6L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1987 | Wagon | 7.6L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1986 | Sedan | 7.6L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1986 | Wagon | 7.6L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1985 | Sedan | 7.3L/100km | 1.5L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1985 | Sedan | 7.6L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1984 | Sedan | 7.3L/100km | 1.5L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1983 | Sedan | 7L/100km | 1.5L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
The Ford Meteor has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to wheel size, these range from 13x5 inches for Sedan in 1987.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1987 | Wagon | — | 13x4 inches | — | 13x4 inches | |
| 1986 | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1986 | Wagon | — | 13x4 inches | — | 13x4 inches | |
| 1985 | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1984 | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1983 | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
