2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 27 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 750 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Meteor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |