1984 Ford Orion vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, both 1984 Ford Orion and 1984 Pontiac Phoenix were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 150 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Orion | Phoenix |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |