1984 Ford Orion vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1994 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 10 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 254 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.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
