1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (93 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 980 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 2007 Mahindra Bolero 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 Mahindra Bolero 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 Mahindra Bolero (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Meteor | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3020 mm |
