1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
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, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Orion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
