2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 17 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion. 2007 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2007 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Orion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1350 mm |
