1985 Dodge Colt vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, both 1985 Dodge Colt and 1985 Ford Meteor were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Colt | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Colt | Meteor |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |