1993 Ford Orion vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1993 Ford Orion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 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, 1990 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Orion | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Orion | Laser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
