1993 Ford Orion vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Orion would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 508 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.
Because 1996 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Orion | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Orion | Firebird |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |