1986 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Opel Trixx
To start off, 2004 Opel Trixx is newer by 18 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, 2004 Opel Trixx (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Trixx should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Opel Trixx.
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, 2004 Opel Trixx (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Trixx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 2004 Opel Trixx | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Orion | Trixx |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 30 L |
