1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1995 Proton Persona
To start off, 1995 Proton Persona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 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 176 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Proton Persona. 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 1995 Proton Persona. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1995 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | RS 200 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
