1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1263 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Meteor | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3270 mm |
