1985 Ford Orion vs. 1969 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1985 Ford Orion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Orion (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Ford Orion (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 1969 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 304 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
