1984 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 138 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Orion | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
