1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RS 200 | 442 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
