1990 Ford Orion vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1487 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 2011 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Orion | Express |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2126 mm |
