1985 Ford Orion vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 11 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 257 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Orion | Escort |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
