1986 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 24 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 706 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Orion | BLS |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |