1984 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Opel Combo
To start off, 2004 Opel Combo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
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, 2004 Opel Combo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2004 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Orion | Combo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
