1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Meteor | Defender |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
