2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
