2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1315 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2370 mm |
