1992 Ford Orion vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 307 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
