1984 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 618 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion. 2012 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Orion | 5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
