1984 Ford Orion vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 9 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Orion | 100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
