1989 Dodge Colt vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Dodge Colt.
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, 1989 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Colt | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Colt | Orion |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
