1984 Ford Orion vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 665 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.
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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Previa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
