1993 Ford Laser vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 1993 Ford Laser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. Both 1993 Ford Laser and 1990 Ford Orion are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser. 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, 1990 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Orion |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
