1982 Ford Orion vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 680 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.
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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Orion | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Orion | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
