1990 Ford Orion vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 41 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Orion | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
