1984 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 458 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | Primera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
