2007 Acura RL vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
