1989 Ford Meteor vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Meteor | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Meteor | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |