1993 Ford Orion vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Ford Orion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 26 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Orion weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Orion | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
