1984 Ford Orion vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
