1983 Ford Orion vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 17 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 495 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 2000 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Orion | Alero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
