1991 Ford Orion vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1991 Ford Orion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Orion (89 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 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, 1991 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 405 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
