1984 Ford Orion vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
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 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Celica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
