1990 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1856 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 Maybach 62 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 2012 Maybach 62. 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 869 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion. 2012 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ford Orion | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Orion | 62 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1575 mm |