2011 Infiniti G25 vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 817 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 2011 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 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, 2011 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti G25 | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | G25 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4773 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1773 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
