1987 Ford Meteor vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (215 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Meteor | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Meteor | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
