1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 142 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | RS 200 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |