1994 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Orion weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Orion | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
