1984 Ford Orion vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 404 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Orion | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |