1986 Ford Orion vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 576 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Orion | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
