1986 Ford Orion vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Orion | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |