1984 Ford Orion vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 14 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Orion | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
