1983 Ford Orion vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 325 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 Toyota Caldina (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
