1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 795 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1986 Ford Orion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Orion |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |