2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 19 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2370 mm |
