1993 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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. Both 1993 Ford Orion and 2004 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 225 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Orion | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Orion | Corolla |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |