1986 Ford Orion vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion.
Because 1968 Holden Brougham 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 1968 Holden Brougham. 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Orion | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
