1984 Ford Orion vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 415 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 1998 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Orion | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
