1990 Ford Orion vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 540 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 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Orion | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Orion | 407 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |