1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 22 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 889 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Meteor | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
