1986 Ford Meteor vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Meteor | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
