1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra 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 125 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Acura Integra. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | RS 200 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
