2010 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1935 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2410 mm |
