1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Ford Orion
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Orion would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1994 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 528 kg more than 1994 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Ford Orion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Orion |
Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |