2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1337 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |
