2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
