1982 Ford Orion vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Ford Orion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 68 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Orion weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Orion | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
