1983 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 656 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, 2005 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
