2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2410 mm |
