2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Orion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
