1990 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 426 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 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Orion | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Orion | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1695 mm |