1984 Ford Orion vs. 1964 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 313 kg more than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Sport 800 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 1964 Toyota Sport 800. 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, 1984 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 1964 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Orion | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |