1993 Ford Orion vs. 1980 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1993 Ford Orion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Orion weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 305. 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, 1993 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Orion | 1980 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 305 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
