1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1096 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Ford Orion | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Orion |
Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 48 L |