Fire Drake vs Radiant Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 17.3, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Radiant Orange is noticeably darker, more muted, warmer than Fire Drake.

Can I use Radiant Orange instead of Fire Drake?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 17). Radiant Orange is noticeably darker, more muted, warmer than Fire Drake.

Can I use Fire Drake instead of Radiant Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Fire Drake is noticeably lighter, more saturated, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.