2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1984 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 830 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1984 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
