1982 Ford Orion vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1982 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1982 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Porsche 959 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 1983 Porsche 959. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Orion | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Orion | 959 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |