1991 Ford Orion vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 216 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 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, 1992 Rover 216 (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Orion | 216 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
