1993 Ford Orion vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1993 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 530 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Orion. 2011 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Orion | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Orion | 5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1615 mm |
