1983 Ford Meteor vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 26 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor. 2009 Infiniti FX 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. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Meteor | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Meteor | FX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
