1985 Ford Orion vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 14 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Orion (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 85 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Orion | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
