1990 Ford Orion vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 11 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Orion | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
