1984 Ford Orion vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 13 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Orion | Joice |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |