1992 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 227 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, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Orion | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
