1990 Ford Orion vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 206 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 75 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, 2000 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 206 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
