1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 25 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor. 2007 GMC Acadia 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. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Meteor | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
