1984 Ford Orion vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 1984 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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Orion | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |