1990 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 572 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 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback (225 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Orion | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
