2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ford Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Orion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
