1985 Ford Orion vs. 1985 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 1985 Ford Orion and 1985 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Proton Saloon (74 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Proton Saloon weights approximately 30 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 Proton Saloon (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion. 1985 Proton Saloon has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Proton Saloon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 1985 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Orion | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
