1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 23 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1125 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 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor. 2005 Honda Pilot 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. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Meteor | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Meteor | Pilot |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |