2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 1984 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 445 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | 1984 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tundra | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2370 mm |
