1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,375 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Meteor | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
