1990 Ford Orion vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1242 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Orion | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Orion | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |