1984 Ford Orion vs. 2001 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 17 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 2001 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2001 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Orion | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
