1984 Ford Meteor vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 732 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Meteor | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Meteor | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2776 mm |
