1983 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 676 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Orion | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
