1984 Ford Orion vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 7 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 539 kg more than 1984 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Orion | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
