2008 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 26 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 445 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 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota 4Runner | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
