1990 Ford Orion vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 13 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Orion | 996 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
