1993 Ford Orion vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Orion | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
