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Ford Orion Diesel

General information

ModelFord Orion Diesel
Year1984
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1608 ccm (98.12 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1608 ccm (98.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power54.80 PS (40 kW or 54 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque95.00 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.1 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression21.5:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 80.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)
0-50 miles11.9 seconds
0-60 miles16.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0577 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4280 litres (1,131 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight950 kg (2,094.4 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)
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