1983 Ford Orion vs. 1983 Subaru Rex
To start off, both 1983 Ford Orion and 1983 Subaru Rex were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Orion weights approximately 321 kg more than 1983 Subaru Rex. 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, 1983 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 1983 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Orion | Rex |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
