2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 24 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Enclave | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
