1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 27 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Meteor | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
