1992 Ford Orion vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 66 kg more than 1992 Ford Orion.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1992 Ford Orion (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Orion | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
