1990 Ford Orion vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 80 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.
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, 1999 Peugeot 306 (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 306 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
