1990 Ford Orion vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 605 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 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Orion | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
