1990 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 554 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | Altima |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
