1993 Ford Orion vs. 1991 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Ford Orion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 850 (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 850 weights approximately 350 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, 1991 Volvo 850 (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Orion | 1991 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Orion | 850 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
