1984 Ford Orion vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion.
Because 1954 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Orion | Vedette |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |