1983 Ford Meteor vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Meteor | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Meteor | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
