1990 Ford Orion vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 14 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 925 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 2004 GMC Safari 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 2004 GMC Safari. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ford Orion | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Orion | Safari |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |