1986 Ford Orion vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 21 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 993 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 2007 Nissan Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Orion | Navara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |