1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor. 2007 GMC Sierra 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. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Meteor | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4250 mm |
