1984 Ford Orion vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP) has 336 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 634 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 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Orion | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
