2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
