1983 Ford Orion vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1983 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, 1992 Renault 19 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Orion | 19 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
