1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 25 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Meteor | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3683 mm |
