1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor. 2010 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Meteor | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3340 mm |
