1991 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva 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. Both 1991 Ford Orion and 2005 Vauxhall Meriva are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion.
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, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Orion | 2005 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Orion | Meriva |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |