1985 Ford Orion vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 275 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 405 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
