1985 Dodge 600 vs. 1985 Ford Orion
To start off, both 1985 Dodge 600 and 1985 Ford Orion were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge 600 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge 600 | 1985 Ford Orion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | 600 | Orion |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |