1985 Ford Orion vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 250 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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 206 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| 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 | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
