2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 293 kg more than 1990 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Tacuma | Orion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
