1991 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 14 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 487 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Orion | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
