1986 Ford Orion vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 15 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 42 L |
