1984 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 715 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, 2004 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 607 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
