2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Meteor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |