1983 Ford Orion vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1983 Ford Orion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Orion weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
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, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Orion | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Orion | Tercel |
Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |