1983 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 395 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| 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 | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
