1990 Ford Orion vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 291 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
