1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1986 Ford Meteor is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco 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 1967 Dodge Monaco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
