1983 Ford Orion vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Orion | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Orion | Carina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |