1984 Ford Orion vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 22 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), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 540 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
