2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 18 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 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Meteor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8127 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 606 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |