1986 Ford Orion vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Orion | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
