1984 Ford Orion vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Altima is newer by 19 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Altima weights approximately 340 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, 2003 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | Altima |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| 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 | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
