1984 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 26 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Orion | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
