1983 Ford Meteor vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Meteor | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Meteor | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4819 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
