1985 Ford Orion vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 15 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 475 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.
Because 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | NSX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
