2006 Audi Allroad vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 23 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 975 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.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Allroad | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
