1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Econoline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econoline | Meteor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |