1984 Ford Orion vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 29 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Orion | M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
