2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1984 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1984 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1984 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2370 mm |
