2009 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Ford Orion

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion.

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, 1990 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 1990 Ford Orion
Make Ford Ford
Model Focus Orion
Year Released 2009 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1388 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1350 mm


 

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