1992 Ford Orion vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1992 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1236 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 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Orion | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
