1985 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 25 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 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Orion weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
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, 2010 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | iQ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |
