1986 Ford Orion vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 13 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 46 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Orion | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
