1984 Ford Orion vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
