1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 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), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Meteor | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3520 mm |
