1983 Ford Orion vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 25 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 579 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Orion | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 218 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 | 876 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
