1990 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 22 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 852 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 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Orion | M |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1514 mm |
