2012 Ford F-150 vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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 2012 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2410 mm |
