1991 Ford Orion vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 370 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Orion | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Orion | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |