1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 900 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor. 2001 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Meteor | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
