1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 470 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Meteor | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Meteor | Highlander |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |