1984 Ford Orion vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 90 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 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 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 | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
