2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1354 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Orion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
