2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1407 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Orion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
