1984 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 680 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.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
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1984 Ford Orion | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Orion | S60 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |