1984 Ford Meteor vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 29 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 633 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 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Meteor | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Meteor | Patriot |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1697 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2634 mm |