1983 Ford Orion vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 15 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 474 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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Orion | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
