1990 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 15 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 1095 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 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Orion | RX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 840 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
