1984 Ford Orion vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1984 Ford Orion (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Orion | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |