1994 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 16 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 558 kg more than 1994 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Orion. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Orion | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Orion | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4501 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
