2006 Ford Escape vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 830 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1490 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
