1986 Ford Orion vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 81 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
