1984 Ford Orion vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic 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 Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Orion | Civic |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |