1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | Orion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
