1985 Ford Orion vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Ford Orion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 86 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 | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
