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Ford Meteor 1983
The Ford Meteor is also known as the Ford Meteor (Australia) in markets outside Australia.
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Ford Meteor 1983 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
Ford Meteor Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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Ghia | Sedan | 1.5L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $1,030 | $1,650 | |
Ghia | Sedan | 1.5L Leaded 5 SP MAN | $1,030 | $1,650 | |
GL | Sedan | 1.5L Leaded 3 SP AUTO | $1,030 | $1,650 | |
GL | Sedan | 1.5L Leaded 5 SP MAN | $1,760 | $2,750 |
Ford Meteor 1983 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Ford Meteor here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Ford Meteor 1986: What's a good 4WD replacement?
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.
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Start-stop meteor
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.
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Divide and conquer
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.
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Ford Meteor 1983 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1983 Ford Meteor are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1630mm x 1375mm and can vary on the basis of model.
Ford Meteor Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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GL | Sedan | 1375x1630x4155 mm | 150 mm | |
Ghia | Sedan | 1375x1630x4155 mm | 150 mm |
Ford Meteor 1983 Towing capacity
The Ford Meteor has maximum towing capacity of 500kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Ford Meteor Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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GL | Sedan | 1.5L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 500kg | |
GL | Sedan | 1.5L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 500kg | |
GL | Sedan | 1.5L,Leaded,5 SP MAN | 500kg | |
Ghia | Sedan | 1.5L,Leaded,5 SP MAN | 500kg |
Ford Meteor 1983 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1983 Ford Meteor is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Ford Meteor currently offers fuel consumption from 6.8 to 8L/100km. The Ford Meteor is available with the following fuel type: Leaded.
Ford Meteor Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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Ghia | Sedan | 1.5L,Leaded,5 SP MAN | 6.8L/100km | |
Ghia | Sedan | 1.5L,Leaded,5 SP MAN | 7.1L/100km | |
Ghia | Sedan | 1.5L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 7.9L/100km | |
Ghia | Sedan | 1.5L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 8L/100km |
Ford Meteor 1983 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1983 Ford Meteor will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Ford Meteor vary from 13x5 inches to 14x5 inches.
Ford Meteor Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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GL | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
GL | Sedan | — | 13x5.5 inches | — | 13x5.5 inches | |
Ghia | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
Ghia | Sedan | — | 14x5 inches | — | 14x5 inches |