1990 Ford Orion vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 522 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Orion | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
