1986 Ford Orion vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Corona weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Ford Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Orion | Corona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |