1986 Ford Meteor vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Meteor | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3378 mm |
