2006 Nissan Titan vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1431 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Titan | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Titan | Meteor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2370 mm |