1984 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 28 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti 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, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Orion | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
