1993 Ford Orion vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 1993 Ford Orion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 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 18 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2104 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Ford Orion.
Because 1987 Lada 2104 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 1987 Lada 2104. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Orion | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Orion | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
