1990 Ford Orion vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 17 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 603 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Orion | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
