1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1998 Renault Twingo is newer by 8 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 193 more horse power than 1998 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Renault Twingo. 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 1998 Renault Twingo. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Twingo. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | RS 200 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
