1984 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (240 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
