1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon 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, 2007 GMC Yukon 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, 2007 GMC Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor. 2007 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Meteor | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
