2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 16 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Meteor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |