1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | Meteor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |