1990 Ford Orion vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Opa weights approximately 205 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 Toyota Opa (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Orion | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Orion | Opa |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
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 | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |