1990 Ford Orion vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 710 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 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Orion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
