1985 Ford Meteor vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 2006 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX 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, 2006 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor. 2006 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Meteor | RX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 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 | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
