1984 Ford Orion vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 16 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 560 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Orion | Verada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
