1984 Ford Meteor vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 723 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 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Meteor | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Meteor | CR-V |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |