1991 Ford Orion vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 16 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 666 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 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 2007 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion. 2007 Maserati GranSport 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. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Orion | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
