1986 Ford Meteor vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Meteor | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3350 mm |
