1992 Ford Orion vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1992 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 335 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.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
