1984 Ford Orion vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
