1986 Ford Orion vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 23 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 671 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.
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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Orion | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 80 L |
