2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 18 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 179 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Orion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 48 L |
