1991 Ford Orion vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 130 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Orion | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Orion | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |