1992 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 18 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1992 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 1340 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 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Orion | LS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
