1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2001 Lexus LX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX 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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor. 2001 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2001 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Meteor | LX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
