1984 Ford Orion vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
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 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 607 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
