1984 Ford Orion vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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, 1984 Ford Orion (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 206 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
