1989 Audi V8 vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 3 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 780 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 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
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1989 Audi V8 | 1986 Ford Orion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | V8 | Orion |
Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |