1984 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Ford Orion
To start off, 1994 Ford Orion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Orion (89 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1994 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Orion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
