1984 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 20 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1379 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | Armada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
