1986 Ford Orion vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 16 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 691 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Orion | 9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
