1984 Ford Orion vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 18 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Orion | Omega |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
