1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 16 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Meteor | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3170 mm |
