1991 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 19 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 495 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 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion. 2010 Kia Borrego 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. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Orion | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
