1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Meteor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |