1984 Ford Orion vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 240 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Orion | Carina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |