2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |
