1982 Ford Orion vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1095 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 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Orion | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
