2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1983 Ford Orion
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1983 Ford Orion | |
Make | Bugatti | Ford |
Model | Veyron | Orion |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |