1983 Ford Orion vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1983 Ford Orion and 1983 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Orion weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Orion | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Orion | Golf |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |