1984 Ford Meteor vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Meteor | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Meteor | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
