2006 Audi S4 vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 22 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Orion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
