1986 Ford Orion vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 552 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Because 1975 Toyota Crown 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 1975 Toyota Crown. 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, 1975 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Orion | Crown |
Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |