1984 Ford Orion vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 275 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 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Orion | Astra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
