1991 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1033 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 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion. 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1816 mm |
